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This event took place on 24 May, 2026 (Sun)
Sunday 24 May 2026
Canterbury Winter Trail Run Series 1: Willesden Farms
Christchurch, Willesden Farms, Kaituna Valley Road
The race
About this course
This event marks the beginning of the Canterbury Winter Trail Run Series, set in Kaituna Valley at Willesden Farms. Participants will traverse a course that showcases the natural beauty of the Banks Peninsula, featuring ancient volcanic landscapes, undulating ridgelines, and secluded areas of native bush.
The event includes options for various distances, allowing runners of different abilities to participate. Completing all four events in the series provides eligibility for awards, which recognize the top male and female finishers across age groups and distances.
The atmosphere is typically community-oriented, fostering a sense of camaraderie among participants. This series not only emphasizes individual performance but also celebrates the shared experience of running through uniquely stunning environments.
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Distances
19K
19km
10K
10km
6K
6km
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
229 Kaituna Valley Road, Ataahua 7672, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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